In this free science fair project idea, we learn about surface tension and how it can support mass—in this case, a floating paper clip.

In this experiment, your child will create two compost bins and see if he can determine what attracts fruit flies.

Can you dig it? This science experiment isn't for kids who like to keep their hands clean.

Will storing cucumbers and tomatoes in the fridge destroy their unique flavors? Find out in this science fair project idea!

This simple project makes young children aware of their sense of smell and its capacity for providing them with information about their world.

Kids often ask, "how tall am I?" This science fair project seeks to determine how well kids can guess their own heights.

This science fair project idea investigates if fats add to the flavor of food.

Cinnamon is tasty, but does it have super powers as well? Find out if cinnamon can repel mosquitoes in this outdoorsy experiment.

Step into the fantastic world of colors with a project that explores what shade you -- and your friends -- like best.

This science fair project introduces children to static electricity and the idea that electricity is more than lights and plugs.

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

This science fair project will help students learn about non-vascular plants, such as mosses.

The objective of this science project is to determine the length of time for different seeds to germinate.

Check out this fun science fair project idea for 1st grade: a solar eclipse model that demonstrates total, partial, and annular solar eclipses.

This science fair project examines how seeds hitchhike on animals and clothing.

In this science fair project, we'll use a liquid crystal thermometer to find out whether exercising makes a difference in people's temperature.

In this science project, young children observe, record, and create collections of colors in their world and increase their powers of observation.

Which music genres have the fastest tempos? The slowest? This experiment determines if there's a relationship between beats per minute in a song and its genre.

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

What animals are most popular? This project affords practice in data-collection, record-keeping and data-analysis through the investigation of this question.

How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

In this fun science experiment, kids will determine the best method for ripening avocados and discover the cool chemical reaction that makes this possible.

This science fair project idea determines if the size of the parachute will change the rate at which an object falls.

What's the science behind those out-of-sight roots? Find out if you can trick roots into growing in different directions.

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

Can you fool your eyes and your brain with an optical illusion? The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate various kinds of optical illusions.